Foreman Pipefitter

415 Niron Staal Amsterdam B.V.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 43,524 - 51,336; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 vacation days

13 ADV days per year

Travel expenses at €0.23/km

Solid pension scheme

Job summary

415 Niron Staal Amsterdam B.V. is searching for a Foreman to lead a team of pipe fitters and TIG welders in Amsterdam. The role involves preparation, resource allocation, overseeing quality, and ensuring safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in reading drawings, and excellent communication skills in Dutch and/or English. The position offers a competitive salary between €3,900 and €4,600, 27 vacation days, and a solid pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within steel construction, preferably in the maritime sector.
• Proficiency in reading drawings independently.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends and to travel to other locations.

Responsibilities

• Proper preparation, including determining work sequence and capacity planning.
• Allocating work based on established schedules and overseeing quality.
• Leading a group of pipe fitters and TIG welders.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Good communication skills (Dutch and/or English)

Leadership and motivational capabilities

Team player

Education

MBO level of education

Job description

Overview

Niron Staal Amsterdam B.V. is a specialized steel construction, machining, and piping company located in the Port of Amsterdam. Since 2015 the pipe fitting department has grown to 15–20 pipe fitters, TIG welders, a production coordinator, and two project managers. Due to increasing workload we are looking for a Foreman to lead the team.

Key Accountabilities

• Proper preparation, including determining work sequence, capacity planning, and ensuring availability of tools and materials.
• Allocating work based on established schedules and overseeing quality and quantity.
• Leading a group of pipe fitters and TIG welders, ensuring competent performance.
• Ensuring workplace safety, adhering to safety and company regulations, and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Providing instructions and guidance, monitoring progress and quality, and applying personal knowledge to keep up-to-date in the field.
• Timely reporting of work-related issues and proactive thinking to contribute to increased efficiency and promote company objectives.

Skills & Experience

• MBO level of education.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within steel construction, preferably in the maritime sector.
• Proficiency in reading drawings independently.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends and to travel to other locations/yards when executing projects.
• Holds a VCA VOL certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Problem‑solving ability, good communication skills (Dutch and/or English), leadership and motivational capabilities.
• Team player capable of collaborating with colleagues and customers.

What We Offer

• Salary between €3,900 and €4,600 gross per month (full‑time), depending on knowledge and experience.
• Position falls under the Metaal & Techniek collective labour agreement.
• 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days per year (full‑time), holiday allowance, travel expense at €0.23/km, and a solid pension scheme.
• Personal guidance, freedom, diverse work, and a workplace where your opinion matters.
• International work environment, open informal culture with short communication lines.
• Dynamic, joyful workplace and ample development and career opportunities.

Recruiter

Jessica van Honk – [e-mail] (applications only through the Apply button; we cannot accept email applications due to GDPR).